As radioactive atoms decay, heat energy is ________.
A. absorbed
B. released
C. may be absorbed or released, depending on which isotope is involved
D. neither absorbed nor released
Answer: B
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A. Exposure to embarrass the country B. Trade sanctions C. World Trade Organization trade practices D. Reporting of violators to the international court E. None of these are effective in making nations more compliant with environmental regulations
The ________ attempts to tell us what it "feels like" in cold, windy conditions
A) Wind Chill Index B) Heat Index C) Cooling Degree-Days D) Growing Degree-Days
What neurotoxin is of greatest concern for children's health?
A) benzene B) lindane C) ethylene D) acetone E) lead
Which of the following is considered a cultural hazard?
A. smoking cigarettes B. contagious viruses C. unsafe sex D. earthquakes E. unsafe working conditions